Every day, a man’s testosterone levels naturally rise in the morning and fall in the evening, and may vary from day to day. While testosterone is commonly referred to as the sex hormone, it also plays an important role in your state of mind. In fact, low testosterone (low T) is a major source of … Continued
More and more men’s T clinics are beginning to address women’s health problems; particularly those associated with menopause. Menopause is defined as a natural decline in reproductive hormones (e.g., estrogen, progesterone and testosterone) when a woman reaches her 40s and 50s. Menopause causes a number of problems including (but not limited to) hot flashes, painful … Continued
Testosterone therapy is used by millions of men to treat the natural decline of testosterone in men. Testosterone, while commonly known for supporting libido, muscle mass and bone density, may also play an important role in lowering cholesterol levels. Cholesterol and testosterone Cholesterol has several important functions in the body. It’s an important part of … Continued
Perimenopause, if you’re curious, breaks down like this: “Peri” means “around.” So, perimenopause describes the time “around menopause.” For some women, perimenopause lasts only a few months and for others, four to 10 years. Perimenopause ends and menopause begins when you have stopped having periods for one full year, or 12 months. As women go … Continued
The primary male hormone, testosterone, has many vital functions. Some of its most important roles? Maintaining muscle mass and promoting muscle growth and bone strength. As testosterone levels decline with age, so do muscle mass and bone strength. Think about it: Muscle helps you burn more calories than fat tissue. As you lose muscle, you … Continued
Your sex drive, muscle mass and overall physical and emotional health. Low testosterone (Low T) can affect just about every aspect of being, and feeling like, a man. Men of all ages can have Low T, but it occurs more often in older adults, and it can manifest in many ways. The connection between Low … Continued
MANopause was a term coined by a 2014 Time magazine article of the same name. While menopause affects women and is a natural decline of the female hormone estrogen, MANopause (also known as andropause) affects men, and is a progressive reduction of the male hormone testosterone. Testosterone is vital for building and maintaining bone mass, … Continued
Low T occurs when testosterone levels decline (often with age), which can result in low sex drive, fatigue, and decreased muscle mass. Low T can also be at the root of other health problems, like diabetes, depression, high blood pressure, and coronary artery disease. When this happens, you need expert care from a physician who … Continued
Low sex drive, decreased muscle mass, erectile dysfunction, mood swings and hair loss. As if those conditions weren’t enough, there are plenty more symptoms of low testosterone (Low T) that can affect your physical and emotional state, and your overall health. For men aged 30 or older, testosterone levels naturally begin to drop. And for … Continued
Low T: It’s a thing. In fact, for roughly 5 million American men, a significant decline in testosterone can cause symptoms ranging from low sex drive and memory problems to fatigue and depression. Untreated, low-T can lead to long-term problems that include osteoporosis and muscle atrophy. How hormone replacement therapy works When good nutrition, vigorous … Continued